ULTIMATE WILDLIFE ZOOM REVIEW! Canon Sony Nikon Olympus Fuji Panasonic 

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I'm an Olympus user and always carry in my backpack the M Zuiko 75-300 mm II (150-600 equivalent). Is a light lens with an amazing image quality, and is a bargain. The autofocus with the OM1 is fast and accurate and it delivers sharp images from corner to corner. For bird photography is a great lens. Thank you for this excellent video!!

Would have been awesome to see the newer Sigma 60-600 in this comparison. As well as the Canon budget 100-400 which is super cheap but still allows a teleconverter. Finally the Tamron 150-500 should have been thrown into the mix. Lastly, similar to the Olympus, Nikon has some sweet “budget” telephoto primes.

This video is awesome! My favorite of the ones I've seen from you both. These lenses are the most relevant zooms to me for wildlife. The different detailed sections were a real eye opener. Thank you for your hard work. It really shows.

Wow! Very extensive review. Clearly a lot of effort and time was dedicated to making it. Thank you both. Really appreciate the insight it provides

I use the canon RF100-400. I've been amazed by its image quality and close focus capabilities. For the price it's a bargain!

Nice review but have to point out that quoting MP has to be done in relation to sensor size. The Oly is "low" MP only because the sensor is ¼ the size of FF. If you scaled the Oly sensor up to FF it would be ca. 80MP, beating all bodies reviewed. It's all about pixel density, not absolute MP.

Thanks for a great review! As a very satisfied Sony 200-600 user (going on two years now), it has been a reliable companion on my quest to become a decent bird photographer. For anyone who owns one or wants to buy one, here's my top tip (inspired by a T&C video): get some extension tubing (I use 26mm) for your lens, as it makes a massive difference on closeup work, like with passerine birds.

Thank you for including the OM-1 and the 150-400!

I'd go with the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 pro over the 100-400 from either them or Panasonic. I say this having done just that. There was a deal last year where it was going for the same $1499 but came with the 2x tc. The sharpness and ability to resolve, at least with the OM-1's 20mp sensor, works out pretty well with the 2x tc. It's not as easy to go from the 100-300mm range as it is for the 100-400, considering you have to add the tc. So that's a drawback. It also ends up at f/5.6 instead of the 100-400's f/6.3. Of course, that's at 300mm. I only prefer it for its 2.8 aperture when used without the tc, along with the excellent sharpness. I suppose if you need the extra reach, the Panasonic 100-400 has got you there. I do wish it were able to use its IS with OMDS bodies. The lack of inter-compatibility, as far as sync or dual IS, is a con here. If I had infinite money, I'd go with the Olympus 150-400. Saying that, at such a high price, I'd sell off my M43 equipment and go to FF if I had that kind of money to spend.

I’ve been listening to and watching you for years. I think this video might be my favorite review you’ve ever done. Nice work! Thank you.

I really love the review you did on the iPhone 15 pro max and how that zoom not really worth it. You both do a great job of getting us to be better photographers

OM1 + 150-400mm 4.5 TC user here. Outstanding combo. Also use the Nikon Z8 + 500mm 5.6 pf combo. The 500 is still a great lens, even though not a zoom. Never use a tripod with either combo but sometimes use a monopod when using pro-capture with the Oly combo, just so I don’t have to hold the unit for minutes at a time while waiting for action.

I've used the original Panasonic Leica 100-400mm, the Olympus 100-400mm, and the Olympus 300mm f4 PRO. They're all great, but what I actually own is the 40-150mm f2.8 PRO with the MC-20 2X teleconverter. It gives me a 600mm equivalent at f5.6. Those other lenses are better for wildlife because they have more reach (the new Panasonic 100-400mm II and all of those Olympus lenses can take teleconverters), but what I have is a pretty decent kit. And, when I take the teleconverter off my 40-150mm, I have an 80-300mm equivalent at f2.8...which is still a lot better than a 70-200mm f2.8 like so many full-frame cameras use.

I've pretty much tried all of your combos listed here except the OM1 + 150-400mm. I currently own both the Nikon Z9 with the 180-600 and the Sony A1 with the 200-600. Both of these systems are my favorites and if I were choosing a system just for still photography, the A1 with the 200-600 would win. The A1 does not stick on the background as much as the Z9. BUT... I do more video work nowadays than stills and for that, the Z9 wins hands-down over the A1. Maybe if the A1 ever gets a meaningful firmware update, that may change but without bird-eye detect and the ridiculous way in which I have to tap the back of the screen to engage tracking on the A1 in video mode, the Z9 wins for autofocus, tracking and 60fps raw in 8k will knock your socks off. Maybe consider doing a wildlife video mode review some day?

Thank you Tony/Chelsea for such a comprehensive video, much time and effort went into it, I thought you were going to pick the new Nikon lens , and boy i am glad i was wrong, and for that reason alone is why i love my Sony a74 and my Sony 200-600mm lens combo, i bought them on you recommendations back in 2021 along with the endorsements of many other photographers and have never had any issues even shooting in minus 25-35 weather here in Central Canada, 👍

Very timely review covering several lenses that sell well. Much appreciated.

I’m using the Canon RF100-500 with R5, you can add a 2x extender to reach 1000mm. You lose a bit in sharpness but in daylight this is still very good knowing how sharp is the 100-500mm. Furthermore by wildlife, you need to be more specific. For birds, a very long lens is important but for a safari, you need to be able to go back to 100mm for bigger subjects such as elephants for example. A 200-600mm will not help much if you want to get the whole animal. To me to have 100mm option is very helpful. I just keep my extender 2x in my pocket if I really need to get 1000mm. So it all depends on what you really need and what you are trying to achieve.

What a wonderful review. I am in the Olympus and Nikon camps. I had the Panasonic 100-400mm lens and there is no doubt that it was sharp. AF was fair with the OM-D EM-1 MkII but I was never satisfied with the results with either focus or in-use sharpness which were both in the "meh" category. In the end, i would just as happily use an ancient Sigma 150-500mm lens with an FTZ adaptor on a Nikon Zfc or Nikon Z5. Build quality on the Panasonic was outstanding and it was nice and compact but you need more than that for a good lens. Thanks

Amazing comparison, thank you, it looks like it has taken a huge amount of effort to put together!

Do you have the 200-600 with the lens software upgrade? I bought the lens last year to use with my a-1, but many forums said not to update the software on the lens. Any thoughts or help???

You made that comfortable, and you made making that comfortable look easy, true pros.

Stunning comprehensive review, brilliantly presented with factual and concise dialog. Cheers

I just saw that the Panasonic pictures where taken with ISO100 and most of the time with 1/200s while the others used all kinds of ISO and much shorter exposure for most images. This explains the bad results for example at 1:22.

I have an OM1 both the PL100-400 and the Oly 100-400. I most often shoot BIF, and I have been unhappy with Oly 100-400. I find the PL100-400 delivers sharper images more consistently than the Oly. Since the OM lens seems as good or better on static targets, I think it comes down to the faster AF motors in the PL lens. In any case the Oly lens stays home all the time. I also got the Oly 1.4 TC but frankly the Oly lens is not really sharp enough to hold up to that. My dream is the Oly releases a Mk2 lens that is much improved, or even a mid-range lens between the 100-400f6.3 and the 150-400f4.5. I would love to get 150-400 but really can't justify the price for a hobby.

Excellent video! The only thing that I'd have liked to have seen added would have been tele-macro considerations (i.e. minimum focus distance and maximum magnification) and TC availability. The Canon 100-500 is fantastic for that and the Fuji, despite it not having a great MFD, has excellent max magnification (0.25x) at the long end -- it adds quite a bit to their versatility.

Oh wow, i thought you guys were going to pick #1 as #7 lol. It was my first and currently only lens I use for birding at the lake. On a tripod/monopod, gimble, and a7r v, it's been amazing here in Florida. Now, I've also thrown on the Sony 2x teleconverter. On a bright sunny Florida day, it's absolutely amazing! I'm glad you guys picked it as #1.. actually, I think Chelsea talked me into it back when I picked the 200-600 back in January. As a funny note, well kinda funny, I lost the lens hood when i took it off and accidentally kicked the hood off of a dock :( it costs $75 for a new one which is always out of stock at Sony. I then saw what the 600 f4 lens hood cost and laughed, it's $950. I ended up buying a metal lens hood on ebay for like $30; Those looking for a replacement, do not buy that if you're replacing the original as it uses the threads on the lens' filter. I learned the hard way when i realized i couldn't put on the hood and CPL filter while at the lake.

Great video showing that the wildlife is the market that camera can get more better.

Wonderful review T&C! I own the Sony A7iv and 200-600 combo and also the Olympus EM1mk ii with the 300 F4. Your observations are spot on and I just can't love the Sony more!! I would like to see a Prime lens shoot out for wildlife photography if you guys can do it.

Thank you to both of you for doing this comparison, this was VERY helpful. I've been thinking of getting a longer lens for wildlife photography, I shoot with A7R5/A7c cameras, with the APSC 70-350 mm lens, great sharp lens, but it can only go so far. Your comparison test really helped me think seriously about the Sony 200-600mm lens. I was thinking about getting the Fuji camera and lens, but your comments about focus was very helpful. Thank you again, really appreciate you taking the time to do these videos, they are so informative.

I believe that M4/3 systems have several advantages when it comes to wildlife photography: 1. One of the great things about M4/3 is its pre/pro capture modes, which enable you to capture moments that might be missed with other systems. 2. At high frame rates, like 50fps and 60fps, losing focus occasionally has little impact, resulting in more usable shots. 3. The weather sealing on the high end OM Systems and Lumix cameras and lenses is excellent. 4. New A.I.-based noise reduction software from companies like O.M. Systems, Topaz, and DXO, mitigates high ISO noise. 5. Unlike heavier gear, M4/3 systems encourage wildlife photographers to explore remote areas thanks to their compact and lightweight design. 6. It is much easier to transport a M4/3 in carry on luggage on long distance trips. In summary M4/3 systems showcase their prowess in wildlife photography through their unique combination of innovative features.

It would be great if you could include the most promising third-party lenses in the ranking. I would love to see how they hold up against the camera manufacturers' lenses.

I very much appreciate all of the hard work both you put into your videos. I have learned a lot over the past several years watching them. Although there are obvious differences between the various lenses you tested and the camera systems they connect to, the bottom line is if you own a Sony, you buy Sony lenses, if you own Nikon (I have a Z9) you buy the Nikon glass, etc. Once we are heavily invested in a camera system, we are basically married to its native glass. I agree that some of the tested lenses and cameras have advantages over others, but I am just going to use what I have and try to capture special moments and then share with family and friends. I do own the 180-600 Nikon zoom. I like the lens but I also have the new z 400 and Z 800 mm primes. The Nikon zoom is helpful when I need to quickly change focal lengths but it can’t match the primes. I would guess that this is pretty much the case with all of the zooms you tested. Thanks again for all that you do to help passionate photographers improve their skills.

Great video. That what I was searching yesterday. Just on time 👌

Interesting video! The rumor has always been that the Olympus 100-400 is built by Sigma. This might explain the relatively poor stabilization performance. Examples seem to be very inconsistent as well. The same was true of the previous version of the Panasonic. I still have one of those and use it for traveling when I might need a longer lens but birding or wildlife is not the focus of the trip. I moved on from Canon after a number of years because they simply refuse to build a crop body camera that doesn’t annoy me. I was one of the first OT get and R7 and one of the first OT sell my R7. Electronic shutter is rarely useable and the mechanical shutter sounds like trolls hammering away. The AF is sometimes good in really good light but sometimes bad. You cannot count on it. I got some lovely images with the R7 but probably missed more than I got. The only reasonably sized lens is the awesome 100-500 but it is too short for full frame. I tried it for a year with my R6 and then an R5 which kept freezing at the most inopportune times. I would come back to Canon if they would build a pro leaning crop sensor camera that would be great with the 100-500. I doubt that will happen any time soon though. For me the step down in performance to the R7 was unacceptable. Give it a better EVF, passable buffer and a stacked sensor with fast readout and I would be willing to to pay $3000 for it. But since that doesn’t exist I primarily shoot with an OM-1 with the 300mm F4 often with one of the TCs. I find that noise and megapixels aren’t nearly as large of an issue as they used to be. I really enjoy shooting at 50fps and having RAW Pro Capture at crazy speeds. Really my only issue with the OM-1 is the lack of animal eye detection in video. Otherwise I really enjoy it.

For some reason I use the 100-400 on my Em1.2. Seems to do really well with wildlife. It does seem that the OSPDAF works like with every other lens. So to me it seems I can use this lens not just on the G9mkII but on every mFT cam with OSPDAF. Or has something changed with th MKII?? Otherwise pretty Northtruppy to just mention the G9 MarkII.

What would you suggest for a hand held camcorder used for long distance shooting 100 feet or so at low light. It will be used for wildlife at last light. and preferably not using a light. Thanks for your input.

Tony, what is the Ecosystem score for the Canon R5 ? Their mirrorless cameras are available for any budget. Please let me know.

You missed to compare the Oly super zoom on the G9 II because of the higher megapixel count, the biggest of all the cameras showed

It would have been cool to include Sigma's and Tamron's lens (that are really good) for the Sony, but I understand the extra work that would have given to you ! :) Good video :)

I remember back in the day of film, Nikon and Canon offered huge 1200mm telephotos! Nikon even had a 2000mm mirror telephoto. A real beast that resembled an astronomical telescope.

Great timing, I need a new lens so I can get into wildlife photography. Thanks!

What about close focusing distance? With my Pana 100-400 I can take pictures of dragon- and butterflies and it fits into my handlebar bag. On my long bike trips or moutain hikes the better and bigger 200-600mm zooms are not an option.

Thank you very much for this detailed video. Would you mind telling where the lens cover you are using for the Sony 200-600 comes from?

Just heard Canon is coming out with a RF 200-800mm. I hope you'll review that one and let us know where it fits in here...

Cmon OM system. Make a full frame body and really show off your optics expertise. Pretty sure it would be incredible

If you use Panasonic Lumix 100-400 ii, I believe that it is equivalent to 200-800 for full-frame. It can use 2X Tele-Converter, too. Therefore, its maximum zooming capability would be 400-1600 equivalently for full-frame.

I love the Pentax 150-450mm DFA. It’s a great piece of kit and weather sealed.

Thanks for the update and the samples. Tony (I presume its you) Can you put the raw files in the sample directories? I'd like to have the exifs etc

Make no mistake, though, I still get great shots with my X-H2S + 150-600. I'm curious if your autofocus ratings would've differed had you used the X-H2S instead of the X-H2. Also, I'm curious which firmware version your X-H2 has. The V3 of the firmware included noticeable autofocus improvements.

Thank you for the video. I own two of the lenses on your list. The Sony 200-600 I use mostly on my A1 but have had it since my A9 and A9 II. The other is the Canon 100-500 on my EOS R5? Do wish they had a stack sensor at at least 42-45 Mpixels. Tries the Nikon but at that time the 180-600 and Z8 were not out yet. Thanks for the review.

When I upgraded to the Canon R7 for birds and wildlife, I sold my EF Sigma 150-600C and Tamron 100-400 Di VC to buy Canon's RF 100-500, which is L glass. And I have no regrets despite the cost, which also benefitted from a 20% discount in a cross-Canada sale last fall. The lens is lighter than the lenses I replaced, the OIS works well with the R7 IBIS, the dual focus motors are accurate and responsive, and the image quality is simply spectacular. If you can manage the price, this is an exceptional set-up for birds and wildlife.

You really should mention that the Panasonic G9 II was pre-production without any firmware updates. Also, I didn't notice you mentioning ISO for each camera. It would be good to revisit it after the first firmware update.

What cameras are you using for each of the lenses? Specifically for the sharpness test ?

What about a Panasonic S5II and a Sigma tele zoom (150-600, 60-600, 100-400)??? The L Mount needs more love. It's a perfectly capable camera and lens combo at great price

I was surprised that you did not credit Nikon with a higher infrastructure score as the company has produced a wonderful variety of long lens in the 400mm+ area. Nikon users are spoilt for choice.

Excellent breakdown! I would also like to know about the minimum focus distance and maximum magnification of each lens. It would also be good to know if the reported focal lengths are in fact accurate and if there's any effect of focus breathing on focal length up close.

You always test effective focal length but didn’t here and I think we know why. Lol couldnt let the Nikon top the 200-530mm Sony :)

I think the majority of micro 4/3 users want to see a All new 34 megapixel of resolution with an all new stacked sensor, that is truly groundbreaking, Realistically right now, I think the most megapixels we could expect with the next camera from OM systems will have no more than 26 megapixels of resolution with a half a stop up low light improvement and a half a stop of dynamic range improvement over the current sensor, which is used in the current OM-1 Professional camera from OM systems. No camera system is perfect. I rather take a micro for thirds system on a long hike, then end up leaving heavier system at home or in the car because it is too heavy and unwilling to bring on a long hike. The Best camera you have is the one with you.

This is a very good test. Nice work!

I love my Sony 200-600mm. I’m wondering if Sony will upgrade it anytime soon or just launching something in the $7000 mark for those that wanna be a bit closer to the 600mm F4

Could you also review the tameron 150 to 500 lens as well as sigma 150 or 600 lens. How does these 2 lens fit into the group that you just tested. I was looking into the tameron lens to go with my Sony a6600.

Good episode. I wish you do one more of this on "budget" tele option too.

I would love to see a comparison of the new Nikon 180-600 vs the sigma 150-600 contemporary (using the ftz adapter). I got this lens used a few years back and was wondering if this new Nikon lens is worth the upgrade

Have the OM-1/150-400 and A1/200-600 combos. So difficult to choose between them. OM combo is a pound lighter and the lens weight is more towards the back end. Much easier to hand hold on long days or for extended periods. The 1000mm equivalent with the built in TC often produces great results. Plus the IBIS is much better than Sony's. Reportedly the OM gear has much better water resistance also. However the Sony a1 does much better in low light and the files are often much cleaner. And being able to use zebras to nail subject exposure is extremely helpful.

@TonyandChelsea I currently have a Nikon D5100. I have a 18-300mm superzoom, but have thought about investing in a more dedicated wild life zoom. These are a bit out of my price range. I am looking between the Sigma 100-600 contemporary (cheaper than the sport), or the Nikon 200-500mm. Given my DX body the crop factor equivalence would give me a bit more. I've seen either of these lenses can be found used at a bit of a lower price tag $700+ -. Was wondering if you had any recommendations? My understanding is the Nikon is a bit faster than the Sigma. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Selling my 500mm f/4 and going with the OM-1 and 300mm f/4 was the best thing I've done in a long time, easier the travel with and something the big 3 can not handle is rain, OM-1 along with the lenses are IP53 rated.... that's a big win!

G9 has: Leica DG 100-400mm Leica DG 200mm + 1.4 TC (280mm) Lumix 100-300mm Lumix 45-175mm Lumix 45-200mm + ofc Oly lenses (they actually work great). Why is that only 2/10? Missing a "super pro" white zoom with Panasonic brand?

Tony & Chelsea, thank you for a fine review of all the major name brand zooms. :) I would be interested to see the same review specific for video instead of photos. Would the results be the same or would the worst to best order shift around a bit?

OM1 pixel pitch: 3.36µm G9II = 2.99µm Sony A7RV: 3.76µm IOW, there's hardly any more room for MFT to increase its pixel density without getting much more noisy.

Great vid. What is causing the vertical lines in 19:09 ?

I just need to add that Sony 200-600 could bought for 1499€ in Europe (including all taxes). Still, it is quite large and heavy lens, but because of internal zooming and focusing it is very solid. In terms of IQ produced by the lens I trust that all lenses from the video could deliver quality results.

Excellent review @tonyandchelsea. I love my Sony 200-600, but man it's heavy. One hole I see in the market right now, is a lack of fast prosumer primes, something like the Nikon PF lenses, and the Olympus 300 f4. Those are really the only two brands that offer middle grade primes which sacrifice 1-2 stops compared to the big boys, but are still very light, handy and sharp. I would happily pay an extra $1,000 for a 3 lb Sony f6.3 600 mm prime. I love the zoom lens, but it's kind of big and bulky. Frankly after hiking with it for 10 miles it sucks to hold.

What camera was 8:30 filmed on? The wobbles are driving me crazy

i have the canon 70-200 f2.8 III all i need now is a nice TC for it and i'm set lol after watching this. i agree with a lot of the points.. but imo the best "value" on the table is my own personal bias.. the canon. the 100-500 versatility cant be overstated, coupled with the absolute abundance of well priced used bodies from the 5dIII up to 7dII's etc... and even some of the newer R line of cameras keeps the budget quite acceptable. id pick up the 100--500 myself but until then.. TC for the 70-200 will be my next purchase for sure.

This was one of your best videos and probably took a VERY long time to prepare. Thanks so much for the spreadsheet, since the video info goes by quite fast! Did you weigh the lenses yourself? Some of the weights differ from the manufacture's data (e.g. Sony 200-600 spec is 2115 g, you show 2245 g). It would have been great to include the camera body weight and cost in the score, as well.

Love this review!

Great review 👍. Very informative. Please please do a review on the Sony 100-400 GM for wildlife

Excellent Video on real world performance instead of a lecture on specs and prices. 👍👍

What is your opinion about the configuration: Nikon Z9 + Nikon Z 800mm 6.3 (and additionally Nikon Z TC 1.4) ?

Amazing... I was just headed into the backyard to test a whole set of lenses. I know how hard this is and really appreciate the effort. Quick question... in the Oly 150-400 test, you mentioned the camera lack of resolution. Yet the lens goes to 1000mm. So comparing the 1000mm image with the 600mm lenses, wouldn't you need to crop the 600 by almost 50% to get the same field of view as the Oly? And the Oly at 1000mm is a f/5.6! I just compared the Oly to the Nikon 800mm f/6.3. Honestly, the differences were minimal, even at 100% comparison in Lightroom.

You should have mentioned weather seal which matters for wildlife, OM wins everyday , even the 600mm f/4 can't compete with OM

I hope this time they put on subject detection “birds” on the Panasonic and also shot on the afc mode. In the review the didn’t so it’s not really objective. Also I swear the g9II will have the best stabilization of all the cameras listed.

Which lens have shortest focus distance and what about magnification? I shoot birds but also insects.

For the price of A1, you can buy a Z8 plus the 180-600 zoom. still have cash in your pocket, not to mention the video eye auto focus and super expensive type A cards. Lens is not the only thing. A7R5 or A6700 with AI chip, sounds cool, however, 8 frame/sec or 10frame/sec is not good enough in 2023....

Your still images always appear to be pin sharp. Do you turn off the image stabilising system on you cameras and lenses when using a tripod and/or monopod. Thank you for the excellent videos. Alun

I am thinking of buying sigma 100-400 for my sony a7iii. It is cheap but why didnt you include it in this rewiew?

Would love to see a comparison with third party lenses like Tamron and Sigma.

I got that Fuji for $1500 used. It’s a little slow but still delivers a nice picture.

Panasonic number 1, because I no longer lift weights nor take HGH. Chelsea forgot to mention the teleconverter 2x which allows for some grouth and non of the others were longer then 800mm? Maybe I am wrong, wont be the first time.

Thanks to you both for another great review - entertaining ! I think the biggest challenge in wildlife photography is warblers, the tiny beautiful songbirds that are super-fast moving and often in the shade. Even for us birders, they tough to get in the binoculars. I'd like to see you do a video on that challenge - at the Greatest Week in American Birding! I've seen the serious warbler photographers use 800mm prime lenses, tripods and large mounted flash units with reflectors to get shots. How would you compare with a hand-held mirrorless with a 600mm compare?

This is a surprise to me! I've been at Sony for a year. I use an A7r V. It's a great camera. Lightweight, great to carry in the mountains, climbing, safe, has covered LCD and no top LCD. It's a high-resolution machine. :-) Great for portraits and landscape photos. Unfortunately, I struggle with bird photography. The electronic shutter is useless. I know that already. (after Canon R5 this is sad news). Moreover, I have reconfigured the camera many times. I can't come to terms with AF, recognizing birds and animals further away. I have 200-600. I used CAMSET files from Colby Brown and Mark Galer, with advice from the Polish Sony, but the AF sensitivity and AF hold settings do not suit me. I don't know what to do anymore. Maybe you have a proven CAMSET with settings for birds and birds in flight. My kit often fails to recognize birds (even on the beach, on the water in the sun). I also have a Canon R7 and 800 F11 and it's amazing how this set works. The camera seems to be excited about a new bird to capture. I would like to stay with Sony for other features but I can't solve this problem. Regards!

I use a tamron 100-400 di vc usd on my R6 mark ii body and together they produce amazing shots. It has a very fast auto focus and subject and it tracks the subject quite well.

The panasonic shots look blurred. Why did you use 1/200? 1:21

Can you do a vs between the older Nikon AFS 180-400 f4 TC vs the newer Z mount 100-400 f4.5?

Thank you brilliant video. only what is the problem with picture on 8:50?

My Nikon Z 180-600 just arrived today, now I can finally sell my Fuji X-H2. Only shot a grey heron today, but every shot was perfectly sharp. With the Fuji, 70% would be soft and only a couple really sharp. Maybe the X-H2s is better, but the 40 mp X-H2 is pretty bad for wildlife.

Great overview! Such a side by side comparison is very handy. I see some problems though. First, it looks like the difference between Panasonic and Olympus 100-400 in details were calculated and not measured. Olympus is much sharper than Panasonic. Second, I know that in wildlife it is most often all about the reach, but sometimes you need or want to capture something wider, that is why zoom range should be factored in. Third, lenses cannot be assessed in isolation. You tried to factor in cameras but you forget to include drive mode and video capabilities (including slow-mo) that are crucial for wildlife. Including other features also could be beneficial. After all, among people who need such overviews there is little of those who is going to shoot ONLY wildlife. Also choosing one lens basically force you to choose one of 1-3 body options. They have their pricetags and that should be integral part of the price analysis. Next, there should be a value or bang for a buck category although anyone can calculate it. And I think that there should have been also a usecase factored in. Even within wildlife shooting there are usecases that favors one setup over another. For instance I can't imagine taking Nikon setup (+some other lenses) on a mountain hike. And generally I find systems comparisons more usefull that lenses comparisons alone. Each has strenghts and weaknesses, each is limited by the body, the lens both in terms of specs and price and rewiew that could help disentangle that conundrum would be beneficial.

Wondering if the auto focus result would change if it was the Fujifilm X-H2s.

what is the name of the brand of the sony 200-600mm lens cover?